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About the Drinking Report

The Drinking Trend Report features a diverse collection of drinking trends. The beverage industry continues to spill over with unique and innovative ideas for alcohol drinks, drinking games, drinking water and sodas aimed at quenching the thirst of the masses. [SAMPLE]

Who It's For

Our research will benefit any brand or individual looking for ideas and trend information in the beverage industry. Whether you are a small or large scale beer brand looking to promote your booze-worthy beverage or an advertising company about to embark on a campaign to discourage drunk driving, knowing the latest in drinking trends will put you a step ahead of your competitors.
Providing you with consumer insight and relevant drinking trends in today’s beverage industry, the Drinking Trend Report will help guide your brand strategy and product ideas for the next year.

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Unlike our competitors, who rely on gut instinct, our drinking research is based on Trend Hunter's massive database of drinking articles and 2,427,000,000 total views of data.
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The Drinking Report

Last published on Jul 28, 2015, the Drinking Report includes 195 PRO Trends (195 Pages) and 975 examples of drinking market research and drinking consumer trends related to: beverage trends, beverage industry, Coca-Cola, Pepsi, alcohol drinks, water, soda, beer, liquor, drink advertising and drinking trends.
The report includes all of our Drinking research collected over the last few years (roughly 25% of the collection is from this year.)

Sample Drinking Pro Trends

Niche NightclubsThemed bars are appealing to consumers with specific interestsImplications - The quest for personalization continues as customers look to themed bars and nightclubs where they can socialize in an atmosphere that resonates with their unique interests. Niche nightclubs that touch upon unique interests are able to grasp that extra bit of novelty and distinction to stand out in the highly competitive nightlife market.

Drug Themed NightclubsMiami's "Opium" is Designed to be a Modern Day Opium Den

Renovated TraditionClassic coffeehouses are reinterpreted for the contemporary coffee crowdImplications - From classic, cozy and independent coffeehouses to “fast food” cafes like Starbucks, coffee shops have evolved tremendously over the last century. Now, coffee-drinkers are turning to contemporary, one-of-a-kind cafes, with some even offering other services—like knitting and pets—along with coffee. These revitalized cafes appeal to the modern caffeine-lover with a specific interest or someone who wants, in addition to a simple cup of joe, an entire experience.

NovelabelsFun labels and novelty packaging are winning over consumersImplications - Brands have recognized that customers buy the packaging as much as they buy the product contained within. Wines, for example, are very similar except to the most sophisticated of palettes; thus, consumers tend to differentiate by way of stand-out packaging design and quality.

Single-Serving Wine in a CanFrancis Ford Coppola Presents Sofia Minis With a Straw

ManvertisingCampaigns and branding blatantly targeted at men onlyImplications - Only recently “macho marketing,” which comprised of products made and marketed to men, was being adopted by brands to appeal to their male consumers. Going one step beyond this is “manvertising,” in which campaigns and all marketing tactics are created for, and specifically marketed to, men. These campaigns and branding moves are so blatant that they alienate the opposite sex in the process, meaning that any brand going this route must carefully determine which consumer group is more advantageous to have in the long run.

Tech-Assisted AlcoholBartending becomes exponentially easier with the addition of technologyImplications - The fast pace of today's society calls for more streamlined services. This has resulted in the release of many gadgets and apps dedicated to making the alcohol-serving process easier. Not only does this offer patrons instant gratification, but allows them to enjoy a modern, tech-updated atmosphere that serves an overall desire to stay on the cutting edge.

Gas Pump Liquor DispensersYour Guests Will Never Go on Empty with These High Octane Servers

Unconventional CapsulesThe function of pills shifts from health to non-traditional usesImplications - Pills deliver simplicity and convenience, making them ideal for the busier, more stressful lives consumers are leading today. Increasingly, pills are ingested for both conventional health requirements as well as in novel situations not traditionally treated with pills, such as limiting alcohol consumption.

Artificial ZealEnergy-boosting products give consumers faux sense of vitalityImplications - Although Red Bull is still the leader in the energy drink market, many competitors have come to the foreground with their own versions of energy-boosting products in a bid to capture the increasing number of consumers looking for a quick shot of stamina and vitality. The products range from supposed "health-boosting" concoctions that naturally raise energy levels to cosmetic products meant to make one feel instantly refreshed and energized. As more consumers forgo sleep in favor of keeping up with their busy schedules, products that claim to give consumers "energy" -- contrived or otherwise -- may make it onto more shopping lists.

Home BrewDIY booze innovations make drinking convenient and simpleImplications - One area where consumers love experimenting is homemade booze, and an increasing number of products are becoming available to help consumers with this hobby. Making a brew at home offers not only convenience but customization and novelty, and DIY kits like this—whether they are for making liquor or other types of indulgences—are a great way to provide people with a fun way to enjoy themselves in the comfort of their own homes.

Food PlayAbstract foodtography points to a lighthearted approach to eatingImplications - We should all take our food less seriously, according to those artists who are creating fun food photography. Bridging the gap between the more somber channels of culinary plating and modern art, this whimsically uninhibited approach to cuisine signifies a shift in our feelings toward food, in which rationing has ended with the recession and eating should be free of diet implications.

Artistic 'Barchitecture'Artistic emphasis is being placed on the decor & architecture of clubsImplications - Because establishments with low product differentiation must find other ways to stand out, nightclubs and bars are becoming more focused on interior design, placing heavy emphasis on the artistic elements of the bar's architecture and decor. Now nightlife aficionados with high regard for aesthetics can better discern where exactly they want to party.

Holey BarsMaison Du Champagne Bar in HK has Distinct Design

Frozen Liquid LoungesThe Absolut Icebar in Stockholm is a Cool Way to Party

Sippable SweetAlcohol turns into confectionery products with sugary infusionsImplications - Increasingly, today's liquor brands are experimenting with sugary sweet elements, taking cues from dessert items and creating never-before-seen confectionery alcohol. From cupcakes to chocolate, delectable treats are giving liquor a fun twist, and consumers are embracing the novelty. What's more, turning booze into a dessert makes it a more acceptable vice to some consumers and also makes liquor more enjoyable for people who don't like the taste of it.

Vain DesignComplexity and modern aesthetic cater to the contemporary consumerImplications - Basic home appliances like coffee makers and kettles are increasingly designed with complex features and modern aesthetics over simple functionality. Slick, high-tech design has become the basis for such products as consumers look for technology and luxury in ordinary situations like their daily caffeine fix.

Wall-Mounted KettlesDiamantine

Caffeine in SpaceOn-Orbit Coffee Cup Is A Must-Have For Zero-Gravity Baristas